The Vote is Sacred Fellowship by Interfaith America supports leaders advancing faith-driven, research-based approaches to strengthen democracy and election engagement during the 2026 midterms.
Funder: Interfaith America
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Application Period Closes | March 2027: Full FIEP Grant Applications Due
Funding Amounts: $10,000 per organization for grant activities; typically supports 15 fellows per cycle.
Summary: Fellowship for faith and civic leaders to advance constructive, faith-rooted engagement with elections and strengthen democracy during the 2026 midterms.
Key Information: Projects must be implemented in PA, MI, AZ, GA, WI, or NC; open to organizations working with faith or values-based communities.
This fellowship, organized by Interfaith America, convenes a diverse cohort of civic and faith leaders from across the United States to develop and implement innovative strategies for constructive, faith-rooted engagement with the 2026 midterm elections. The program focuses on fostering pluralism, building trust in election systems, and mobilizing communities to safeguard democracy through the Faith in Elections Playbook (FIEP). Fellows receive grant funding, participate in in-person and virtual convenings, and join a supportive national network dedicated to promoting nonpartisan election engagement.